Friday, January 9, 2009

Algonquin sports wrap-up

January 9, 2009 01:21:00 PM

Algonquin’s Emily Rutan competes on the balance beam during Thursday night’s meet with Marlborough. (Photo from the Metrowest Daily News) It was a winning week for Algonquin with a number of Southborough athletes leading the way, including gymnast Amanda Hubley; basketball players Theresa Logan, Samantha Friday, Liz Conti, Matt Feldman, and Matt McNulty; and wrestlers

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Girl Scouts selling cookies this weekend

January 9, 2009 11:12:00 AM

When it comes to Girl Scout cookies, I seek immediate gratification, so while I ordered five boxes from our neighborhood Girl Scout this week, I’m not sure I can wait until they’re delivered. Fortunately, those clever Girl Scouts have me covered. Local troops will set up two cash-and-carry booths this weekend, one on Saturday at

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What to do this weekend: Steeple Coffeehouse

January 9, 2009 09:02:00 AM

The Steeple Coffeehouse on Saturday will feature folk singer-songwriter Mark Erelli. In a review of his latest album Delivered, the website Allmusic.com raved, “When it comes to providing thoughtful, compelling folk-rock and Americana, Erelli is a masterful expert.” Want a preview of Erelli’s music? Check out the samples on his MySpace page. The show starts

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Icy roads cause problems during Wednesday’s commute

January 9, 2009 05:55:00 AM

Turns out I wasn’t the only one to encounter icy roads in Southborough on Wednesday. Several cars found themselves off the road during the morning commute. No major injuries were reported. Here are some photos courtesy of the Southborough Fire Department. A three-vehicle crash on Framingham Road at the peak of the morning rush-hour. The

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